Episode Notes Charlie Beckham’s Detroit story runs deep. Engineering at General Motors when GM was the largest company in the world began Beckham’s professional journey. Soon he joined his older brother Bill Beckham and worked with the Coleman Young’s Mayoral administration. Ever since his start with Coleman Young Beckham has worked on behalf of the city. The understanding of people, systems, and himself has crystallized to a humble wisdom of today. This was a gem of an interview discussing basketball, Russell Woods, Cadillac car, and much more. Beckham is presenting a one-man show about his life at the Charles H Wright Museum of African American History Saturday, September 15, 2018, @ 8pm Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culuture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see, and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Paly, and Sticher. Comment, suggest, and conect with the podcast by emailing [email protected]

Episode Notes Eric Campbell is a Father who’s creating art he’s passionate about to inspire himself, his children, and his elders. Riverwise Magazine is part of the legacy of Grace Lee Boggs and carries the mission of social justice she executed her whole life. Campbell is the editor and a writer finding community voices to collaborate in giving their expression of what’s happening in Detroit. Campbell wrote a series of political, business, and community work for the Michigan Citizen Newspaper (Shout Out to the legacy of Charles Kelly and my big homie Mrs. T Teresa Kelly). Giving a soundboard for neighborhood work is the intentionality of Riverwise, and for years now it’s creative mission has provided a platform for many (I was featured as a Riverwise writer). In this interview, we discuss music, Detroit attitude, and more. Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culuture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see, and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Paly, and Sticher. Comment, suggest, and conect with the podcast by emailing [email protected]

Episode Notes Fluent like many of my guests I’ve known for years but through our interview now have a much more in-depth perspective of who he is. He was one of the youngest people to make his way to Café Mahogany when Zana (of Spectacles Boutique) provided him the opportunity to host. The techniques of shaping expression from hip-hop to poetry were laid and followed from Khary Kimani Turner (my name brother I just featured). Fluent’s work is experiential. The experience you get in Detroit. His eclectic blends of Dexter bus rides (shout out the 16!) with Detroit’s most exclusive art scene is his plot to place characters exploring Detroit. In our interview, we discuss his upcoming show ‘Please, Her, Please Him.’ Honoring romance. A few common definitions of the word PLEASE: 1. Cause to feel happy and satisfied. 2. Take only one's own wishes into consideration in deciding how to act or proceed. 3. To afford or give pleasure or satisfaction Saturday, July 28, 2018, at 9 pm at the N'Namdi Center for Contemporary Art 52 E Forest Ave, Detroit, MI 48201 Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culuture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see, and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Paly, and Sticher. Comment, suggest, and conect with the podcast by emailing [email protected]

Episode Notes Sam (Handsome Sam) Spurill is a co-owner of one of the places in Downtown Detroit that brings in the essence of Millenial Detroit. Queens Bar at 35 E Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48226 since opening has brought in the energy of today's young Detroit. The essence of a venue packed with 24 & 26 year old Detroiters from different life walks is an extension of Sam's vision. Here Sam talks his start as a server, to bartender, to bar owner today. A relationship split between a Mother in some of Detroit's toughest places and Father in one of Metro-Detroit's most affluent suburbs. This is a great discussion on growing up, nightlife, parents, and even the Silverdome. Visit Queens Bar in Downtown Detroit any of the seven nights of the week. Also, share and like Detroit is Different visit www.detroitisdifferent.com and tell a friend. Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culuture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see, and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Paly, and Sticher. Comment, suggest, and conect with the podcast by emailing [email protected]

Episode Notes Tom Lawrence is a content creator. This interview goes deep into ways to continue to build podcasts, youtube channels, and more. Watch this to learn more about building an audience online and keeping an audience engaged online. Podcasting has provided him an opportunity to speak on Microsoft's campus ... about Linux. Youtube videos have provided Tom an audience and following of 10,000's into the cybersecurity and technology. We discuss the direction of content today and getting started and staying active in creating it. Check out Tom Lawrence on Youtube at TheTecknowledge and visit www.lawrencesystems.com. Also, share and like Detroit is DIfferent visit www.detroitisdifferent.com and tell a friend. Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culuture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see, and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Paly, and Sticher. Comment, suggest, and conect with the podcast by emailing [email protected]

Episode Notes Tom Choske State Representative Candidate for Michigan’s District 6 • What’s the culture of your district? • What businesses, organizations, and events add to the make-up of the communities there? • Who have been the most supportive people thus far in your candidacy for state representative? • What legislation do you plan to implement while in office? What people will be included in your process of drafting and enacting legislation? • What ways will you recruit political, community, and business allies? • If not elected in this campaign in what ways would you still engage the district? • What committees of the State house intrigue you most? • How do you plan on becoming more aware and cognizant of the dynamics impacting the lives of Michigan residents?

Episode Notes Gregory Creswell State Representative Candidate for Michigan’s District 1 • What’s the culture of your district? • What businesses, organizations, and events add to the make-up of the communities there? • Who have been the most supportive people thus far in your candidacy for state representative? • What legislation do you plan to implement while in office? What people will be included in your process of drafting and enacting legislation? • What ways will you recruit political, community, and business allies? • If not elected in this campaign in what ways would you still engage the district? • What committees of the State house intrigue you most? • How do you plan on becoming more aware and cognizant of the dynamics impacting the lives of Michigan residents?

Episode Notes Najanava Harvey-Quinn State Representative Candidate for Michigan’s District 7 • What’s the culture of your district? • What businesses, organizations, and events add to the make-up of the communities there? • Who have been the most supportive people thus far in your candidacy for state representative? • What legislation do you plan to implement while in office? What people will be included in your process of drafting and enacting legislation? • What ways will you recruit political, community, and business allies? • If not elected in this campaign in what ways would you still engage the district? • What committees of the State house intrigue you most? • How do you plan on becoming more aware and cognizant of the dynamics impacting the lives of Michigan residents?

Episode Notes Jasmine Henry State Representative Candidate for Michigan’s District 8 • What’s the culture of your district? • What businesses, organizations, and events add to the make-up of the communities there? • Who have been the most supportive people thus far in your candidacy for state representative? • What legislation do you plan to implement while in office? What people will be included in your process of drafting and enacting legislation? • What ways will you recruit political, community, and business allies? • If not elected in this campaign in what ways would you still engage the district? • What committees of the State house intrigue you most? • How do you plan on becoming more aware and cognizant of the dynamics impacting the lives of Michigan residents?

Episode Notes Jeff Jones State Representative Candidate for Michigan’s District 7 • What’s the culture of your district? • What businesses, organizations, and events add to the make-up of the communities there? • Who have been the most supportive people thus far in your candidacy for state representative? • What legislation do you plan to implement while in office? What people will be included in your process of drafting and enacting legislation? • What ways will you recruit political, community, and business allies? • If not elected in this campaign in what ways would you still engage the district? • What committees of the State house intrigue you most? • How do you plan on becoming more aware and cognizant of the dynamics impacting the lives of Michigan residents?

Episode Notes Samantha Magdaleno State Representative Candidate for Michigan’s District 6 The questions I asked are: • What’s the culture of your district? • What businesses, organizations, and events add to the make-up of the communities there? • Who have been the most supportive people thus far in your candidacy for state representative? • What legislation do you plan to implement while in office? What people will be included in your process of drafting and enacting legislation? • What ways will you recruit political, community, and business allies? • If not elected in this campaign in what ways would you still engage the district? • What committees of the State house intrigue you most? • How do you plan on becoming more aware and cognizant of the dynamics impacting the lives of Michigan residents?

Episode Notes Michele Oberholtzer State Representative Candidate for Michigan’s District 4 The questions I asked are: • What’s the culture of your district? • What businesses, organizations, and events add to the make-up of the communities there? • Who have been the most supportive people thus far in your candidacy for state representative? • What legislation do you plan to implement while in office? What people will be included in your process of drafting and enacting legislation? • What ways will you recruit political, community, and business allies? • If not elected in this campaign in what ways would you still engage the district? • What committees of the State house intrigue you most? • How do you plan on becoming more aware and cognizant of the dynamics impacting the lives of Michigan residents?

Episode Notes Gregory Reed is an engineer that’s spent decades in the practice of Entertainment Law. Reed’s patience and understanding for systems led to his work into Entertainment Law. In the 1970’s relationships with fellow Michigan State Spartans (like Bubba Smith and more) created the opportunity to represent athletes. He soon wrote a book that has been cited and used as the standard for negotiating all athlete contracts. Today Attorney Reed is most known for his career in protecting the likeness and image of celebrities. His work with the honorable Rosa Parks is internationally recognized. He was also the exclusive Attorney for many Black theater companies, Kronk Boxing (RIP Emmanuel Stewart), Anita Baker, and many more acts. We discuss so much of his work into creating efforts outside of law alone. Today he is preparing for his Cruise’IN the D Car Expo (August 17 – 19, 2018), and Classic Women Whips & Wheels (Sat July 7, 2018). Please share, like, and send this to a friend in support of Detroit is Different. Also visit www.detroitisdifferent.com weekly to stay informed on the culture of the city.

Episode Notes Southeast Texas, Mexico, and Southwest Detroit have interconnected ties that link all regions to families, culture, and food. Samuel Alvarado is a Mexican American with family roots in America dating back to his grandfather. His grandfather opened Mexican Fiesta restaurant in Dearborn in the 1960’s and since has sustained his Uncles, Father, and his family. The upbringing or education, culture, and love for Mexico have impacted Sam’s view of the world. Hard work, entrepreneurship, and family are the values Sam’s grown into truth overtime. We discuss Texas, Mexico, and how Mexican culture is loved and misunderstood in America. This was a fun discussion into what can expand opportunity, love, and vision of family growth. Please share, like, and send this to a friend in support of Detroit is Different. Also visit www.detroitisdifferent.com weekly to stay informed on the culture of the city.

Episode Notes Khary Kimani Turner is a working on behalf of HS students throughout Detroit in honor of Coleman Alexander Young. Today, Coleman A Young Foundation has a hip-hop touch under the leadership and servitude of Khary Kimani Turner. Initiatives like text drives for money are new approaches to support needed for our community. Turner talks music, fatherhood (he and wife Tunesia have the coolest son ever), and Detroit. The status of Black Bottom Collective music, performance, and legacy is also explored in this interview. My brother in name and an example in game made it out to the Detroit is Different incubator. Please share, like, and send this to a friend in support of Detroit is Different. Also visit www.detroitisdifferent.com weekly to stay informed on the culture of the city.

Episode Notes Nabeela Khan is a photographer inspired by the creativity of her Father. Her Father’s love for music while career in law encouraged her to stay expressing herself through artistry. Nabeela’s Muslim & Pakistani roots impact her life’s perspective and love for family. We discuss common American misunderstandings of the Middle East and Islamic culture. Also how her family grew an understanding for her photography. Please share, like, and send this to a friend in support of Detroit is Different. Also visit www.detroitisdifferent.com weekly to stay informed on the culture of the city.

Episode Notes Detroit is Different Podcast Network sits down and views and comments on Luke Cage Season 1: with Piper Carter of the Piper Carter Podcast; Maceo & Wae of Searching for Clair Huxtable; LaDonna & MarkQuisha from My Natural Hair; Sparkle & Tina Andramadon from Tiddies & Tacos; and Infinity & Pri-Smiilz from an Untitled Podcast soon to come.

Episode Notes Mishara Davis, Imani Coby, Nia Cleage, Julian Morgan are all professionals under 26 years old in Washington DC and from Detroit. Attracting talented young people and retaining talented young people is one of the most difficult challenges Detroit/ Metro-Detroit has. These Detroiters are in DC earning 3x - 4x as much as their friends in Detroit. We discuss opportunity, living in Detroit, future, family, and what Washington DC has given them that Detroit has not. This is an interesting discussion with a group of people often talked about and around but here it's with ... Young Gifted Capable Black People! I urge you all to listen to this talk and take into account their experience and perspective. Also, why would some of Detroit's most skilled young people travel 100's of miles away for professional careers? Continue to like, share, and invite friends to Detroit is Different. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com

Episode Notes Speak Roc is a podcaster, Motivational Speaker, Huband, and Father of 3 beautiful Daughters working in his business. From years of military service traveling the US he's come back to Detroit to provide ideas, support, and initiative for the community. We discuss his path leaving Martin Luther King Jr HS and returning to earn a diploma, later a degree, and years of military service. Today that drive and discipline he applies to community work and advocacy. Continue to watch, share, like, and invite a friend to experience Detroit is Different. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com

Episode Notes Karinda Washington is a visionary. Influenced through her Mother's hard work impacting the community Karinda has launched efforts of culture, advocacy, and social awareness. Today she works in DC for Homeland Security and for years now has advocated for inclusion and transparency. Her talent and skill were recognized immediately in Washington DC and she talks about her current take and relationship with Detroit, her Detroit Family, and more. This is a special interview about what led her to DC and how she thinks about opportunities for young creatives in Detroit and DC. Continue to view, share, like, and invite a friend to Detroit is Different. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com

Episode Notes Keir Worthy is a true Detroiter, someone with many skills and talents. Hip-hop Music's history is linked to Keir, International Design is linked to Keir, and African Centered Education is of Keir. While attending the University of Texas in the late 80's he introduced SXSW to all Black Music (including Hip-hop), and has worked in record promotions and marketing for of 25 years. Managing acts like Brand Nubian, 3rd Bass, Snow, and many more is his pedigree. Currently he's working on Wakandacon in Chicago August 3 - 5, 2018 and the Detroit is Different Film Fest in October 2018. This was an interesting discussion. PS Keir's cousin Sterling Toles sits in on this interview as well. Stay tuned, like, share, and invite a friend to the Detroit is Different experience! www.detroitisdifferent.com

Episode Notes Detroit is Different because people like Satori are here. Formally trained in classical music, she wound up baptized in the Funk performing with George Clinton and the Parliment for years. Then to Hawaii, LA, and Toronto, she's back in Detroit now. Satori's Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers is often imitated but sincerely missed because Satori is the gateway for the creativity. Satori shares perspectives on having a healthy quality life and artistry. I encourage all artists to watch this interview for inspiration. Take out some time and witness creativity in thought. Support Satori by visiting online at www.twistedtellers.org and getting tickets and tuning in (PS Big Announcements are soon to come from Satori and Twisted Storytellers). Also, share and continue to visit www.detroitisdifferent.com.

Episode Notes Corey Williams is a Detroit Property Developer with a background that's more Detroit than many Property Developers. Williams shares the stories of moving into U of D Law from the Cody (Rouge) background. Currently, he is an owner of the Wildemere located at W McNichols & Wildemere. Visit on a Tuesday soon for Shrimp, Beef, or Chicken tacos, and to meet Corey.

Episode Notes Julia Lynk is a true Eastsider now offering Metro-Detroit a mix of specialized, custom, exercise classes. Fitness by Julie is a movement that is Yoga, Aerobics, Hip-hop, Youth, and You! Julie opened Commit 2B Fit Studio11839 Gratiot Detroit, MI 48213. She shares her journey of entrepreneurship, building a family, and working with all ages/ backgrounds/ and genders with fitness. Visit www.fitnessbyjulie.net to join a class and movement of Fitness by Julie. Also, share www.detroitisdifferent and tell a friend about where the stories of Detroit's culture are.

Episode Notes Chris Shorter is from Vicksburg MS but grew up on Detroit's Westside. Central HS graduate and FAMU scholar Shorter now is in the mix of Detroit's sister Chocolate City. Directing Washington DC's Department of Public Works is a life journey but only one side of the prism. Father, Son, Brother, and DC homeowner (in DC) Chris shares his vision on Detroit, Leadership, and Community Development.

Episode Notes Stephanie L Hammonds grew up learning music and now spends a majority of her time protecting the artistry of music creators. Publishing, copyright, negotiation, licensing, are all dynamics of intellectual property that are becoming more and more important by the day. The internet has changed the way people get entertainment (streaming, downloading, subscription service) so Attorney Hammonds and others in the field are working harder to ensure fairness on behalf of artists. We artistic independence, art, and content. Reach Stephanie at (313)340-0440. Also, share and like Detroit is Different visit www.detroitisdifferent.com and tell a friend.

Episode Notes Philadelphia PA, Oakland CA, and Brooklyn NYC all welcomed the spirit and artistry of Toby Barlow. A career in advertising led Barlow on travels across the nation as he honed his skills as a writer (Huffington Post, Sharp Teeth) . His fiction novels have taken on a life welcoming thousands of fans enthralled in stories of people, life, and circumstances. The circumstances he covers best is horror writing. The creativity oozes from Barlow’s takes on life. In this Detroit is Different interview Barlow shares his upbringing, ideas on Detroit today, and staying creative in the Motor City.

Episode Notes 1971 ushered the Sampson Family to Detroit MI from Louisville KY. Dr. Frederick Sampson accepted the role as pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church and brought with him a voice that’s changed the community. Membership at Tabernacle expanded from 1,500 to 5,000 in months. Throughout his 30 year tenure serving as pastor Sampson’s reign cast a shadow of the passion, commitment, and spirit that placed him in the esteem of Detroit preachers like Charles Adams, CL Franklin, and Jaramogi Abebe Agyeman. May 19, 2018, Frederick G Sampson Foundation joins The Ecumenical Theological Seminary to honor the legacy of Dr. Fredrick G Sampson at the ‘Frederick G Sampson Symposium: Think I Said Something.’ The social activism and spiritual proclamation of Sampson’s work will be honored. Rev. Dr. Jeremiah A. Wright Jr. (Emeritus Trinity UCC IL), Rev. Dr. Frank A. Thomas (Christian Theological Seminary IN), Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III. (Friendship West Baptist Church TX), Rev. Dr. Mayowa Reynolds (Fellowship Chapel) and a host of many other guests in walks of Faith who were all impacted by Rev Sampson. This interactive event welcomes everyone. Click here to purchase your ticket to attend and be inspired. Freda Sampson (co-host of Detroit is Different’s Black Coffee Podcast) joined me to talk about her Father’s legacy. This was a fun interview. Rev. Sampson was a preacher I remember impacting so much of Detroit. In this discussion, I learned about his relationship with Muhammad Ali in Louisville KY. We also talked about his time leading the Detroit NAACP, working with Dr. Martin Luther King, and much more.

Episode Notes Detroit is internationally recognized for Motown, Auto Motors, and today’s craft cocktails. The drink wizards using blends of natural juices, mixers (Shout Out Steve & Wolf Moon soon a guest again on Detroit is Different), and liquors are costing more than the traditional mojito, and so much better. Justice Akuezue & Davante Burnley are developing an experience through the Exchange combining fine dining and high-end drinks for Black culture. Both young Black men building their business with experience as the head chef for (Savannah Blue) and bartending experience (Grey Ghost & Detroit City Distillery) have the premise for a top-notch experience. Here Devantae and Justice give their takes on Detroit’s restaurant culture, Black business, and their aspirations.

Episode Notes Attorney Howard Hertz started his career as an attorney, in entertainment law, and developing artist platforms all organically. Decades of practice began through relationships of trust providing opportunity. Born in Canada and raised in the Linwood Davison neighborhood his perspective of life is from a Detroit state of mind. Today he is the founder of the Detroit Music Awards, represented a host of international icons, and a Blues player himself. This Detroit is Different interview is full of his strides in work from Wayne County’s Public Defender’s office in the 1970’s to represent George Clinton & Eminem. This was a fun, interesting, and insightful interview. Particulars as to representation, rights in music today, and independent artistry are explored.

Episode Notes Marcus Ware has defied the odds on many levels. We originally met through his cousin DJ Drummer B (Leonard Ware) when Marcus was released from serving 4 years in prison. Finding Marcus, Leonard, Leland Stein Jr, and a host of other younger guys always saw me as someone finding my way through artistic entrepreneurship so pre-Detroit is Different they heard my takes on success, vision, and cool Detroiters. Ware has come to embody all of that and now is one of the stories I often share. From his WCCCD Associates degree to certification at Dorsey as a chef he used school as a platform of opportunity. Starting as a dishwasher he now is the head chef of the Menagerie Lounge in Pontiac MI. His time at Katoi running their kitchen, corporate pop-ups, and detail to making desserts all have welcomed this grand opportunity. The doors of the Menagerie Lounge opened a week ago and have been standing room waits since. In this interview we talk his family’s Mississippi roots, making vegetable stock (shout out to my Grandma Vel), and how cooking’s a family tradition.

Episode Notes Luther Keith is my example of mixing art, business, and community together to have fun. Keith joined me for a great interview where we talk family, journalism, and the Blues. Saturday, April 28, 2018, @ 9pm we open the ‘Bourbon, Blues, and the Badman,’ concert series at Tony V’s Tavern (5756 Cass Detroit MI). Luther Keith loves playing the guitar and belting out some originals and classic blues tunes. His show is a lot like his approach to life, inclusive and experiential. On this interview, we talk about his father’s work organizing ‘Negro History Week’ in Detroit, him being the first journalist to cover Emmanuel Stewart and the Kronk boxers, and the art of giving a show. As always Luther talks Detroit community and his passion for ARISE Detroit and Detroit love.

Episode Notes Herman Davis is full of joy and a classic smile. Davis believes and has discovered the value of kindness and work ethic are gateways to success. In his podcast interview, we explore how his life has been filled with knowing how recreation and fun add to the character of children. A Detroit School Board member in the 1970’s and as recent as the 2010’s between the time owned and operated Northland Roller Rink with his family. The family-run business for over 20 years was a destination for all Detroiters. He discusses the TV show on local CBS ‘Northland Roller Skating,’ DJ Doc Elliot, and how the need for wholesome recreation led him to the million dollar deal in 1980 that purchased Northland roller rink. He shares many gems of his business, family, and life success. Herman Davis also shares why today in leading the Cherrylawn Block Association is as much of a commitment as entrepreneurship. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to listen to the Herman Davis interview in full.

Episode Notes Cydney Camp is creative. Cydney launched ‘the Process’ bi-monthly live art show and installation in February. Thursday April 19, 2018 6 PM – 10 PM @ the Tangent Gallery (715 E Milwaukee St, Detroit, Michigan 48202) will be the second presentation of this lively event. Mark Denson is an art collector that attended the event and was impressed by the experience, audience, and creativity of the Process. Cydney and Mark joined me for a discussion about art, value, and adding creativity to life.

Episode Notes Hair Goals 313 is a salon located in Grosse Pointes ‘My Salon Suites’ at 16824 Kercheval Ave, Grosse Pointe, MI 48230. Hair Goals 313 is a natural hair salon run by Markquisha St Clair & La Donna Sims. Locs, twists, and curls are coiled, conditioned, treated, and styled for men and women looking to love their hair naturally. The interest and movement connected to natural hair have also led to the ‘My Natural Hair’ podcast on the Detroit is Different podcast network. This Sunday April 8, 2018 La Donna & Markquisha will be at Detroit Sip at 2pm (7420 W McNichols Detroit MI 48221) to discuss ‘Finding a Natural Hair Stylist.’ ‘My Natural Hair’ is a podcast about natural hair, MarkQuisha & La Donna joined me on Detroit is Different to discuss their start into business and natural hair.

Robin Terry & Raina Baker are part of the team welcoming thousands of people weekly to tour, take pictures, and experience Motown. Hitsville USA is located in the heart of Detroit on W Grand Blvd. This small home was the place where so many stars were launched and today facilitates more. The Motown Mic Series featuring Spoken Word poetry, and the Motown Legacy series highlighting Black entrepreneurship is a taste of it all. In this Detroit is Different interview both Robin & Raina share their ties to Detroit and vision for Detroit.visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to watch the Detroit is Different interview with Robin Terry & Raina Baker of the Motown Museum.

Charita Mona has developed a full line of skin care products saving people’s lives. What began as an interest in using she butter has become a passion encouraged by hundreds of people struggling with diabetes, surviving with cancer, and dealing with other ailments. With Detroit is Different Charita sits down and shares her story of fitness, health, and skin care. Learn how a great idea is now mass produced, marketed, and distributed.Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to watch the Detroit is Different interview with Charita Mona of Naturally U Health & Skin Care

Jennyfer Crawford is the creator of All Things Detroit. Jennyfer’s ambition in understanding a need and people has built a successful business in helping businesses reach others. All Things Detroit is an event that currently welcomes people to experience the makers, tasters, and creators of Detroit to offer what they have to an audience. This Sunday March 25<sup>th</sup> you should attend to get an essence of something creative and alive! Crawford’s journey started from being frustrated with a job where she didn’t and a joy for connecting people to their desires. Her desire was to produce a maker’s fair that has now welcomed thousands to Eastern Market and given her a national platform. A star traveling the nation on incubating business is from the E Warren neighborhood by Southeastern HS. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com and check out the video interviews with Jennyfer and find more of the culture of Detroit.

Kim Tandy is the District 2 manager for the city of Detroit. A lifelong Detroiters groomed and raised on Detroit’s Westside her roots run deep. In life, she followed in her father’s footsteps as an architect. A family business in architecture is the background she brings to all she does today. Managing district 2 Tandy is on the pulse of community meetings, neighborhood groups, and developing block clubs throughout Detroit. Renter’s association and youth city council are two of the blossoming projects she’s shaping. She joined me for a full discussion which is layered in thought, idea, and heart.Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to watch the videos and of the Kim Tandy interview and to get more of Detroit’s culture.

The Shakur Sisters are beautiful, full of life, and kindred spirits. I met both through my friendship with my late mentor and friend Chokwe Lumumba. Itari Shakur & Shushanna Shakur are Attorney Chokwe Lumumba’s younger sisters. Itari’s work in music, fashion, and social justice all provide the essence of an African-centered and culturally aware spirit. Shushanna Shakur has worked as a teacher, poet, attorney, and social justice warrior as well. Both were impacted and influenced by their brother Chokwe Lumumba, but even more so from their parents. In this interview, we explore their family’s relationship to Boxing Legend and Detroit treasure Joe Louis (Barrow). We also explore the impact of community and kinship with a neighborhood that is beyond proximity. This is a fun and colorful interview about the role we play for justice, community, and righteousness. Click here to check out the Shakur Sisters Detroit is Different Podcast.

Shelia Cockrel is a 1<sup>st</sup> generation Detroiter to parents of French Canadian & Irish backgrounds who respectively attended the University of Detroit Mercy (Dad) & Marygrove College (Mom). Shelia’s parents were advocates for human rights in a WWII era. Cockrel’s father’s stance against carrying a weapon in WWII moved him to front-line medical service during his tour of duty in WWII. Equity and fairness were ethics believed in and fought for by her parents impacting Shelia to take up fights on her own. Shelia’s work with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Poor People’s Campaign and witnessing of the vicious police brutality has impacted her life’s work since. This is a great peek into how the work and mission of parents impact the life of a child. Click here to check out the Shelia Cockrel Detroit is Different Podcast.

Karima Sorel’s life is as interesting as Benjamin Button or Forrest Gump. She’s the daughter of Charles & Teresa Kelly who ran and owned the Michigan Citizen Newspaper for over 30 years. A Parson’s Art School Fashion Design graduate from the 90’s. Her relationships with NYC during the boom in Hip-hop fashion introduced her to the guardians of NYC hip-hop culture that influences the world today (Mos Def is the Father of her second oldest Daughter). Today many people in Detroit connect with Karima because she’s the owner of LePetit Zinc Restaurant which re-opened in Midtown Detroit. The authentic French cuisine embraced most by a collection of crepes was made by her ex-husband Charles Sorel whose experience has led restaurants in Paris, Rio De Janeiro, New York City, and Munich. Karima joins me and discusses her healing through Cancer, owning a restaurant, and high fashion. This is a fun conversation and only a peek into the thoughts of Karima Sorel.Visit

Michele Oberholtzer is passionate and driven to apply her skills/ talents to advocate for people who don’t & won’t walk in the circles she does. Michele’s experience in engineering has refined her skills at analyzing problems technically & functionally. Closing 2017 Vice News on HBO ran a story (Vice has been doing a lot of Detroit coverage over the past 2 years) about how the Wayne County Tax Foreclosure Sale has transitioned many homeowners to renters. The systems in place where buyers purchase homes (in bulk often) and charge rent to people who owned their homes has become a reality. Michele has been advocating for residents to keep their homes by providing monies to help pay taxes, the $250 & 2% late fees, water bills, and more. We discuss Michele’s campaign for Michigan State Representative (District 4), Race in Detroit, Detroit’s Home Foreclosure Crisis, and more. This was an informational discussion.Visit

Roderick Miller has lived a life that reads like a Hollywood script. Born in small-town South Carolina the son of a military engineer & Baptist Pastor who traveled the world at a time America feared the danger of the USSR. Miller’s education placed him in Historically Black Colleges and Harvard for a Master’s degree in Urban Development. Work in Phoenix developing the Economic Growth & Community Development, and work in New Orleans in post-Katrina revitalization while starting a family. Recently he left a post leading Detroit’s Economic Growth Corporation. Today he’s working in Puerto Rico and fighting for the resources needed there for Americans being treated unfairly. This podcast is unique in exploring race, poverty, accessibility, and resources. Click here to visit and listen to the Detroit is Different podcast interview with Roderick Miller.

Kwame Kenyatta’s journey connecting him to the discrimination of Black people in America began early as he was one of the original Black students in the state of Alabama to attend a formerly ‘White Only’ elementary school. There Kenyatta dealt with daily fist fights, rocks being tossed at him, and more. As he journey led him to Detroit he soon joined school walk-outs and rebellions throughout the 1970’s. Soon after Kenyatta was permanently expelled from all DPS schools for challenging the administration of Cooley HS for lacking African Centered education. His GED instruction was led by Mama Imani Humphrey (founder of Aisha Shule) and other teachers independently teaching students African Centered education (visit the Dan Aldridge & Njia Kai Detroit is Different interviews) and fundamental learning. Kenyatta later became a member of the Detroit Public School Board with the support of the Malcolm X Grassroots organizations and many others. In office Kenyatta led an initia [...]

Stretch Money’s a rap star. For over a decade his music has been played at Family Reunions, Roller Rinks, and even every strip club throughout Detroit. Eastside’s own son has embraced working with all rappers throughout Detroit regardless of style, age, and background. His voice and pattern in speaking arms him naturally to stand out in conversation and on the song he does as well. Charting the Billboard 100 throughout the 2000’s & 2010’s his time in jail changed his ethics in work and decision making. We explore creativity, free-styling, and leadership. Currently, Stretch Money is working with Fearless Rebels teaming with Crane Novacane producing music, clothing, and content. Opportunities and platforms for a team of young hungry Detroiters is his vision and through creativity, he’s doing it. We both go in depth about the lyricism of Tupac Shakur and examine the talent and skill displayed by Tupac on his song ‘(Shed) So Many Tears,’ (featured on Tupac Shakur’s [...]

Lumumba Reynolds is a creative consultant specializing in sound reinforcement, light design, audio engineering, videography, video editing, photography, and event production. Work with Mosaic Youth Theatre, Detroit’s Fellowship Chapel, the Detroit Windsor Dance Academy, Detroit High School of Fine and Performing Arts, and dozens of organizations and people all have benefited from the services of Studio Lumumba. In this podcast interview we explore his start into production, performing, and love for music. He opens up about starting off a career as a DJ and blossoming into a creative institution. Starting a technical career working at Specs Howards School of Broadcast Journalism, the New Dance Show with Henry Tyler & RJ Watkins, and music video shoots with World One Records. Lumumba tells the story of meeting his wife on the set of a hip-hop music video and how that led to 25 years of marriage with Mayowa Reynolds. The podcast is full of thought-provoking, comedic, and Detroit [...]

Detroit is a place that intersects arts and advocacy often. Dr. Martin Luther King’s ‘I have a Dream’ speech was originally recorded by Milton Henry and released on Motown records. Dudley Randall of Broadside Press provided laureates of the Black community a platform to explore stories of police brutality, racial discrimination, and human rights as a premise and platform for a voice. The talents of Gwendolyn Brooks, Nikki Giovanni, and Haki Madhubuti all were given a national stage from the streets of Detroit’s Broadside Press.The friendship and love between Amp Fiddler & Lauren Hood carries the tradition on. Amp Fiddler is the musical genius that’s always the coolest person in the room. Born and still residing in the Pershing HS neighborhood Amp travels the world and comes home to Detroit’s Eastside. His unique blend of Funk, Soul, and R & B was crafted through his work with George Clinton and late great brother Bubs Fiddler. His welcoming spirit to enc [...]